Recent content by DCMY #92

I started one of my 1963 6V53Ns yesterday after cleaning the heat exchanger, servicing the raw water pump, replacing the coolant, etc. The engine had not run in a few months so I confirmed the injector racks were free - all good there. The engine started normally and idled about 550 rpm with...

Following rebuild an aircraft engine is run for break-in on the ground using a "test club" instead of the normal prop. This loads the engine at speed as if it were in flight while also providing adequate cooling air. I need to break-in my recently overhauled Detroit Diesel. The parts manufacture...

I installed Buck Algonquin South Bay strainers with brass screens on my two A/C inlets and engine inlets 4 years ago. I've been vert satisfied with their performance and reduced clutter in the engine room. I just hauled for bottom paint. While removing the screens I found them to be intact but...

I recall seeing threads on this issue, but a search did not turn up any. I have a Westerbeke 8KW gen set. When replacing a shaft seal years ago I apparently didn't press the shaft far enough into the pump to fully engage in the drive gear. This partial engagement has resulted in wearing the slot...

I need to replace both port and starboard 8D starting batteries. I'm considering installing an ultra capacitor system with a group 31 battery to start both engines. Does anyone have experience with the Maxwell, KBI, or other ultra capacitor system?

FYI - The Westerbeke remote panel has 3 momentary switches, but some are single pole-single throw, and other are double pole-single throw. Also, the interconnection of the switches and their connection to the generator control panel is critical to proper function. It isn't rocket science, but...

For my BTD-8KW

A few years ago I bought a fill system for my ship's battery bank from Battery Hydration Systems of Charleston SC. I need to replace the plastic couplings that connect the pump to the battery hoses, but I can't find any evidence that these guys are still in business. Anyone here have this...

I have an 1 pound spool of Duramax Ultra-X 5/16" packing. A couple of inches have been cut off, but otherwise it's complete. $50 plus shipping, or make offer.

2 1/2" Groco SA2500 strainer. Serviable but needs new basket (New SS P/N B11 basket available on-line for about $40). SA-3 Service Kit (gaskets and seals) comes with strainer. 2 1/2" to 2" reducers with 2" pipe nipples installed, but can be removed. $200 + shipping or best offer.

For several years several of my neighbors jump through all kinds of hoops to deal with and attempt to prevent barnacle growth in their boats' air conditioner cooling water hoses, strainers, etc. (Florida salt water). My Hatteras has never had this problem. Most of these problem boats use a...

I have a few post refit items for sale. Todd ladder back helm seat, slider pedestal and foot rest. No tears or wear on cushion, but some stains. Cushion might clean up, but maybe not: Chair with slider pedestal new $540. Foot rest new $130. New cushion set $176. I'll take $300. 48" high...

Update: The photos speak for themselves. I estimate a week or two in the yard to assemble the topsides, paint the bottom, etc. Having said that, I thought the refit would be several months, not 8 1/2 years. I have no idea why the photos are not right side up. Sorry.

I need to buy a Pod to mount my Furuno MFD. It looks like Seaview Power Pod and NavPod are the major choices. I see that NavPod has released the Gen3, but their website isn't working at this time. Does anyone have experience with either of these? If so, I'd appreciate your recommendations.

My neighbor is experiencing odd behavior when connected to shore power. The boat is not a Hatteras. The boat has one 50 amp shore power cord. The boat is configured with two 120 volt busses and nothing on the boat uses 240 volts. Buss No. 1 powers everything including 2 air conditioners. Buss...